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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1899
Page
4
The Indianapolis paper discusses possible fraud in securing a street railway franchise. It urges full civil proceedings to reveal the deal's true nature and calls on Prosecutor Pugh to pursue civil action if criminal charges lack enough evidence. The editor backs transparency and swift exposure of any corruption.
The Commercial club directors face community opposition to gas meters for natural gas measurement. Voters recall promises of nearly free gas and argue meters will not improve service. some groups aim to raise prices. If better, meter independent service cannot be found, residents say to accept poor service.
The article cites General Harrison criticizing casual European travel reports. He warns against travelers skimming a country, arguing real understanding requires deeper study. It notes a European traveler is no longer a curiosity and critiques sensational impressions written for newspapers.
George H. Daniels denies authorizing abolition of tipping on dining and sleeping cars. A tale from the Montreal night express prompts a discussion of tipping as passengers react to a bell ringing and a worried traveler. the piece also notes Ladysmith’s naming after Lady Smith and a Washington fish anecdote.
A digest of nautical time terms from Harpers Magazine notes four hour watches from eight to six and six to eight with half divisions called dog watches. A Coast case is quoted where a sailor jokes about a collision occurring “about the middle of the first dog watch.” The piece adds a mock drama of a Dakota schoolmarm suing for breach of promise and a judge’s duck shooting anecdote.
A collage of brief remarks from multiple papers including Anderson Herald Columbia City Post and Greencastle Banner referencing political sentiment Manila dispatches and Gen Gomez. Readers note opinions on elections war fatigue pension refusals and public figures shaping discussion.
The Sun has appeared in enlarged form with a new title letter and improved presentation. It remains a reliable afternoon daily in Indiana, aiming to deliver diverse news with facts intact and without embellishment. The Sun credits the South Bend Tribune for its successful venture in central Indiana.
The price of brooms rose abruptly on Wednesday as wholesale dealers lifted the cost from $2.60 per dozen to $4. A housewives’ complaint likely follows, with the change blamed on a trust.
A pair of burglaries leaves Frank Jenkins of 927 Congress Avenue without a fine overcoat and Elwood O. Archer of 502 West Thirteenth Street missing 90 dollars in cash along with considerable silverware.
In a hotel chat, Congressman Brick recalls South Bend growth from 2,000 to about 40,000, praising factories like Studebaker and Oliver and noting global recognition. Gov. Mount aide Charley Wilson and Lafayette Mayor McGinley surface in humorous exchanges about plans, politics, and a Fourth of July saloon controversy.
The article recalls July Fourth celebrations in Lafayette with saloon debates over closing and McGinley's reasoning about crowds. It notes police arrests for drunkenness and a mayoral order freeing prisoners to keep the day quiet. Also mentioned are Walter Lardis’s return from service and contractors on local projects facing delays, including the Central Ave bridge.
A Fall Meal for 106 is our Business Lunch served daily from 0 a m to 2 p m. Ladies' lunch served on second floor. Ormonds, 16 W. Pearl at.
Stewart M. Ponder equips his photo studio with top instruments and Wilhite, a veteran operator, produces excellent photography at remarkably low prices. Location noted as 220 Massachusetts Ave.
An advertisement describes Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup for children teething. It claims to ease teething pain soothe gums and cure wind colic. The ad notes a bottle priced twenty five cents.
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